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Bolojan, talks with Fitch agency about fiscal stability and public spending control

15:13, 27 Ian. 2026

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan met, on Tuesday, with representatives of the Fitch rating agency to assess Romania's economic and fiscal developments, in which context he presented the Government's measures for fiscal consolidation.

Two Romanians investigated in a case involving a website for hiring assassins

16:37, 23 Ian. 2026

Two Romanians are currently under investigation in connection with a website that allegedly facilitated the hiring of assassins.

Bolojan on possible cracks in support for the government: It will be tested in Parliament

16:35, 23 Ian. 2026

Support for the government will be tested in Parliament, according to Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, when asked about potential cracks in the governing coalition.

Bolojan: this year marks the end of measures aimed at correcting the budget deficit

16:33, 23 Ian. 2026

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced that this year marks the end of measures aimed at correcting the budget deficit, assuring the public that no new taxes or duties will be introduced. Instead, the government is preparing economic support packages.

Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan held a private meeting in Davos with Eric Trump

14:11, 22 Ian. 2026

Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan announced that he held a private meeting in Davos with Eric Trump, president of the Trump Organization.

MEP Vasile Dîncu commented on the EU-Mercosur agreement

14:10, 22 Ian. 2026

MEP Vasile Dîncu commented on the EU-Mercosur agreement, stating on RFI that the PSD taught its governing partners an important lesson.

Pension recipients may continue working, with an 85% reduction in their pension

14:08, 22 Ian. 2026

Romanians receiving service pensions or military pensions may continue in active service, but only upon request and with the condition that their pension is reduced by 85% for the duration of their employment. This was outlined in a draft bill presented during its first reading in the Government.

Oana Țoiu, the second day in Davos: Atmosphere influenced by Trump’s speech

15:55, 21 Ian. 2026

The atmosphere in Davos on the second day is marked by anticipation surrounding Donald Trump's speech, described as "a state of active concern" by Romanian Foreign Minister Oana Țoiu.

PSD calls for urgent clarification of why Ukraine refuses dual citizenship to Romanians

15:53, 21 Ian. 2026

The Social Democratic Party (PSD) urges the relevant Romanian authorities to seek clarification from Ukraine regarding its decision to exclude Romania from the list of countries eligible for dual citizenship.

The „brain” behind the torture and murder of a businessman from Sibiu has been returned to Romania

15:51, 21 Ian. 2026

The mastermind behind the torture and murder of a businessman from Sibiu has been returned to Romania after being tracked down in Bali, Indonesia. Cosmin Costinel Zuleam has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Grindeanu: Economic recovery measures, together with public administration reform

14:56, 20 Ian. 2026

The PSD leader says the package includes measures to stimulate investment, such as increased tax credits, guarantees for SMEs, accelerated depreciation, and additional deductions for research and development.

Bolojan meets with university rectors to discuss education and research budget

14:51, 20 Ian. 2026

According to a government press release, the prime minister said that the proposals in the draft law on administrative measures, which also cover higher education and research, are intended to continue reducing budgetary expenditure in the context of the need to reduce the budget deficit.

Pîslaru arrives in Davos: It is essential for Romania to take an active part in the discussions

14:48, 20 Ian. 2026

Dragoș Pîslaru wrote on Facebook on Tuesday that he landed in Switzerland on Tuesday morning, where he will join the World Economic Forum. The minister says that 400 political leaders - over 60 heads of state and government - and about 850 CEOs of the world's largest companies will participate.

A Romanian citizen sustained minor injuries in the train accident that occurred on Sunday in Spain

15:32, 19 Ian. 2026

A Romanian citizen sustained minor injuries in the train accident that occurred on Sunday in Spain, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

A 3-magnitude earthquake hit Vrancea County on Monday morning

15:30, 19 Ian. 2026

A 3-magnitude earthquake hit Vrancea County on Monday morning.

Tension within the governing coalition has flared up once again

15:29, 19 Ian. 2026

The mayor of Craiova, Lia Olguța Vasilescu, announced that the PSD (Social Democratic Party) is consulting its members to decide whether it will continue to support Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's government.

In 2025, Romania recorded its fourth warmest year since 1901

14:41, 16 Ian. 2026

In 2025, Romania recorded its fourth warmest year since 1901, characterized by record-high temperatures, severe heat waves, and droughts, along with an increasing frequency of extreme weather events.

Nicușor Dan welcomed the European Commission’s decision to approve the defense plans

14:38, 16 Ian. 2026

Romanian President Nicușor Dan welcomed the European Commission's decision on Friday to approve the defense plans of eight EU member states. He announced on Twitter that the first wave of funding under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program has been approved by the European Commission.

The Constitutional Court of Romania has once again postponed its decision on magistrates’ pensions

14:36, 16 Ian. 2026

The Constitutional Court of Romania has once again postponed its decision on magistrates' pensions, now scheduled for February 11, 2026.

Parliament Palace left without water: Scheduled technical intervention underway

13:55, 15 Ian. 2026

The water supply will be cut off on Thursday in the Parliament Palace. The measure was taken in the context of a technical intervention on the water supply networks between January 14 and 16, 2026.

Third suspect in the murder of the millionaire from Sibiu found in Indonesia

13:54, 15 Ian. 2026

The third suspect in the robbery followed by the death of the millionaire from Sibiu was found in Bali, Indonesia. Cosmin Costinel Zuleam was sentenced to 30 years in prison and is considered the "mastermind" in the murder of Adrian Kreiner.

Unionists in the Ministry of Agriculture criticize the MERCOSUR agreement and warn of the risks

14:24, 14 Ian. 2026

The Union of Employees within the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SIND-MADR) categorically opposes the signing of the MERCOSUR agreement, considering that it represents a major threat to Romanian farms, agricultural jobs and the food security of the population.

US Embassy responds to Nicușor Dan: We support the resumption of the FLEX Program

14:21, 14 Ian. 2026

The US Embassy in Bucharest supports the resumption of the FLEX educational program by the President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, in collaboration with the United States of America.

Tanczos Barna: The Government has started preparing the budget for 2026

14:19, 14 Ian. 2026

The Government has started preparing the state budget for 2026, after several ministries presented their 2025 activity balance sheet, and the data indicate lower debts, record investments and the first expenditure cuts, announced Deputy Prime Minister Tanczos Barna.

BNR: Romania’s total external debt increased by 24 billion euros in the first 11 months of 2025

14:16, 14 Ian. 2026

Romania's total external debt increased by over 24 billion euros, to 227.5 billion euros, in the period January-November 2025, the National Bank of Romania (BNR) announced on Wednesday.

AUR MEPs: Ursula von der Leyen has no legal mandate to sign the MERCOSUR Agreement

13:25, 13 Ian. 2026

AUR MEPs accuse the European Commission of preparing the signing of the EU-MERCOSUR Agreement without a legal mandate from the EU Council and warn that Ursula von der Leyen does not have the right to initial the document in the absence of a formal decision by the ministers of the member states.

What Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu says about raising the retirement age and taxes

13:20, 13 Ian. 2026

Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu spoke about raising the retirement age and taxes. This government would have come up with other solutions if it could, Gheorghiu said, referring to taxes.

Nicușor Dan on the resumption of the FLEX program: The partnership is permanently strengthening

13:16, 13 Ian. 2026

The President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, declared on his X page on Tuesday that the resumption of the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program for the 2026-2027 academic year is very important.

How much will Romanian vegetables cost after Mercosur

13:11, 13 Ian. 2026

The fast-track signing of the Mercosur Agreement by Romania has raised many questions both in the governing coalition, which accuses the lack of transparency of the signing, and in the professional associations of Romanian farmers.

The peak of the frost has not yet come: Meteorologists announce minimums of up to -20°C in Romania

13:17, 12 Ian. 2026

The peak of the frost in this winter episode has not yet come, meteorologists warn. The lowest temperatures are expected on the night of Monday to Tuesday, with minimums of up to -20°C in mountainous areas and -14…-15°C in Bucharest, while blizzards and snowfall will intensify the feeling of cold.

Flights are operating normally at the capital’s airports, despite the cold

13:12, 12 Ian. 2026

Air traffic in Bucharest is operating in winter conditions, according to the flight schedule, both at Henri Coandă International Airport (Otopeni) and at Băneasa International Airport, authorities announced on Monday.

PSD supports Justice Minister Radu Marinescu and condemns recent political attacks

12:59, 12 Ian. 2026

PSD firmly supports Justice Minister Radu Marinescu and condemns the plagiarism accusations, which it considers a political attack aimed at undermining the legal procedures for appointing high-ranking prosecutors. The party reaffirms that its support for the minister is total.

Dan publishes dialogue between Romanian pilot and Zurich air traffic control

14:24, 09 Ian. 2026

On Thursday night, President Nicușor Dan published the dialogue between the Romanian pilot of the Spartan aircraft and the Zurich air traffic controller. "You can listen to the recording of the conversation, in which the decision to escort the Romanian aircraft is communicated," the president posted.

Rogobete talks with Spanish counterparts on „developing drug production” in Romania

14:09, 09 Ian. 2026

Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete announced that he visited the Spanish Ministry of Industry on Friday. During this visit, he engaged in discussions with his Spanish counterparts, including management and technical teams, about strengthening domestic production of medicines and medical supplies.